Barbara Bakowski (author), Sachiko Yoshikawa (illustrator)

John Burstein (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyISBN: 9780778797890

Learning to say no to cigarettes, drugs, and other dangers is one of the most important tools a child can have. In this new book by Slim Goodbody, children are taught to understand when and why they need to say no, and how to refuse and still keep their friends.

John Burstein (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing CompanyISBN: 9781427195333

Slim Goodbody helps children understand the value of manners and the essentials of behaving well in school, at home, and with friends. Manners make a difference in all aspects of a persons life. The way you present yourself often determines how others see you.

John Serrano (author), NA (illustrator)

David A. Ufer (author), Kirsten Carlson (illustrator)

Publisher: Arbordale PublishingISBN: 9781607180098

Modeled after The Wizard of Oz, this enchanting story describes a young giraffe who suffers from a fear of heights. On his way to the doctor, he befriends a monkey who is afraid of climbing and a hippo who is a afraid of water. What causes the three new friends to face and overcome their fears? The "For Creative Minds" section includes fun facts and animal adaptation information, as well as a "Match the Feet" game and a mix-and-match activity. Encourages children to overcome their fears and to help friends in trouble.